The paths of Angely

An easy family walk through the valleys around the commune of Vaulx. On a clear day, Mont Blanc is omnipresent and the walk offers a wide view of most of the Savoyard massifs (Bornes, Aravis, Bauges) as well as the southern Jura (Colombier massif) and further south towards the Chartreuse and the Belledonne range.

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    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 8.23 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 00 
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    Difficulty: Easy

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    Return to departure point: Yes
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    Vertical gain: + 219 m
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    Vertical drop: - 216 m

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    Highest point: 681 m
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    Lowest point: 519 m

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Description of the walk

Parking is available in front of the war memorial, between the church and the bakery (plenty of spaces available).

(S/E) From the car park, follow the road (D3) towards Sillingy. Leave Chemin du Moulin on your right and continue straight ahead after the junction with Rue des Marais.

(1) Continue for a few more metres, then turn left uphill. This is where the signposts begin. After 400 metres, you will reach the Saint-Eusèbe road, which you follow for about 200 metres.

(2) Leave the Route de Saint-Eusèbe, which branches off to the left, and continue straight ahead to join the Chemin des Marguettes on the left, then the Sentier du Vieux Four, which crosses the Bois des Frênes.

(3) At the edge of the woods and just after the equestrian centre (Les Écuries d'Angely), turn right onto the road towards the hamlet of Les Frênes Dessus and follow the road for about 500 metres.

(4) At Frênes Dessus, leave the road and follow the path on the left heading east-northeast, then north-northwest, following the Crêt d'Angely.

(5) Turn right onto the Devin à Vaulx communal road no. 7. This wide path leads to the Col d'Angely and then descends to Le Biolley, where it crosses the D3. Continue downhill on the Biolley rural path for 200 metres.

(6) Turn right (be careful, the sign is not very visible). After 100m, join the Chemin du Pont de Pierre (on 10 June 2016, it was overgrown with tall grass). After the water treatment plant, turn left onto Rue des Marais, which joins the D3.

(1) Turn left to reach the car park (S/E)

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 531 m - Parking / war memorial
  2. 1 : km 0.23 - alt. 534 m - Crossroads for the outward and return journey
  3. 2 : km 0.83 - alt. 589 m - Intersection with the Saint-Eusèbe road
  4. 3 : km 3.17 - alt. 616 m - Intersection with the Route des Frênes above
  5. 4 : km 3.8 - alt. 646 m - Frênes dessus
  6. 5 : km 4.94 - alt. 621 m - Intersection with local road No. 7
  7. 6 : km 7.03 - alt. 559 m - Intersection with the Biolley rural road
  8. S/E : km 8.23 - alt. 531 m - Parking / War memorial

Practical information

There are a few muddy sections and some tall grass, but in general the paths are in good condition.

This walk is best done on a clear day to make the most of the many panoramic views of the Alps and the Jura (binoculars are a bonus!)

This route is marked by the Albanais tourist office in the Savoie region (yellow lines and small wooden signs).

In the nearby area

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 50 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.5 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
Tinou74150
Tinou74150

Overall rating : 3.7 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 27, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Busy trail : No

An ordinary walk, but one that allows you to admire beautiful landscapes in the Savoyard foothills. Very easy.

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Alain17
Alain17

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Thanks to the author.
Of course, you can see it all in two hours. But if you want to soak up the atmosphere of this relaxing place, allow a little more time.

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Stef74
Stef74

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 08, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

It's a great little stroll that will take you through some beautiful surroundings and landscapes in just two hours. A perfect complement to a visit to the Jardins Secrets de Vaulx!

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User 3713870

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A very enjoyable hike with beautiful scenery. It takes about two hours at a normal walking pace.

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Bernard à Annecy
Bernard à Annecy

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : May 09, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

The route is very well marked with small signs from the start, almost opposite the return point via the marsh path.
Surprise from very loud gunshots, apparently coming from a shooting range near the descent on the way back.
Benches and toilets around the town hall for a relaxing snack break!
It's relatively busy, but there were serious walkers and quiet families.
A pleasant, hilly country route through refreshing woods.

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Bernie7359
Bernie7359

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 23, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A beautiful hike with a variety of trails and landscapes!

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enna29
enna29

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Nov 17, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Excellent signposting.
Very pleasant in autumn, with views of the peaks above the clouds and deer running through the woods!

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Normann74
Normann74
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Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Nov 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

A pleasant half-day family walk (beautiful forest, pleasant paths) with superb views of the surrounding mountains.

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Pym37
Pym37

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 24, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Busy trail : No

Very pleasant hike with a section through the woods. Very well signposted route.

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Lanfonnet
Lanfonnet

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Beautiful route

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LILOULILOU
LILOULILOU

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : May 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

A very beautiful hike starting from Vaulx on wide paths accessible to all.
There are beautiful landscapes to discover along the well-marked route, with no risk of getting lost

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babethrando
babethrando

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 09, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very pleasant, easy walk with good signposting.
At the start, we took the path behind the town hall to avoid the roads as much as possible.

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Carl N
Carl N

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : May 01, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Very good, varied (both in terms of scenery and effort)
I recommend it

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Skblllz
Skblllz

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 08, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

The hike is described as easy, but the climb up to the bridge is not for everyone, as it is very steep.
In any case, it's a very beautiful hike and highly recommended.

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randonanard
randonanard

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 19, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

A pleasant, easy walk through meadows and forests

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